Beppe Iachini had regrets as Palermo “didn’t finalise” chances to beat Inter in their 1-1 draw.
Beppe Iachini had regrets as Palermo “didn’t finalise” chances to beat Inter in their 1-1 draw.
The tactician was sent off for dissent when Andrea Belotti’s goal was disallowed for a shove on Yuto Nagatomo.
“I was wrong to protest, but from the touchline it didn’t look like much of a push,” the Coach told Sky Sport Italia.
“The important thing is my team was always in the game against a great side like Inter, always tried to score goals.
“It’s just a shame as towards the end we believed in our chances of victory, but didn’t finalise those three or four clear opportunities.
“We pressed them high up the field, but unfortunately in the first half misplaced several passes that would’ve led to counter-attacks. It was the approach we wanted, seeking three points from start to finish.
“We need to be more clinical in future, as we can’t keep wasting this many chances.”
Franco Vazquez was on target for the second time this season.
“He already impressed last season, can give us alternatives and plays between the lines. We just all have to be more decisive,” continued Iachini.
“In my view Dybala is a Montella or Pepito Rossi style striker who can still achieve a great deal once he learns to pick the right pass or the right finish.
“Belotti is only 20 years old, so we are helping him to grow and once the whole team has more balance he’ll get more playing time. Right now he is very useful with fresh legs when we need a push for the result late on, to change things up.”